Between Gemeente registration (inschrijving) within 5 days, your BSN, Belastingdienst tax, mandatory health insurance (zorgverzekering), RDW vehicle services, and SVB child benefits, Dutch households face constant administrative complexity. Missing deadlines can mean penalties or lost benefits.
Dutch Government Services
Track Gemeente, Belastingdienst, zorgverzekeraar, RDW, and SVB deadlines
Province-Specific Guidance
Each province's Gemeente processes for registration and services
Family Benefits Tracking
Kinderbijslag, child benefits — never miss a payment
Renewal Reminders
Passport, ID card, driver licence, vehicle, insurance — automatic alerts before expiry
Stay on top of these critical Dutch household requirements.
Inschrijving within 5 days, BSN, Belastingdienst aangifte (tax return), address update
Zorgverzekering within 4 weeks of registering, EHIC for EU travel, policy review annually
Kinderbijsag child benefit via SVB, report income and family changes promptly
RDW vehicle registration, APK inspection, driver licence, WA-verzekering insurance
Gemeente registration, WOZ property tax, home insurance, rental contract registration
Dutch passport (10 years), ID card (10 years), residence permit for non-EU residents
Navigate the Netherlands' government systems:
Inschrijving (registration) within 5 days of moving. Issues your BSN. Book appointment online.
Learn more →Annual tax return (aangifte), address update, toeslagen (allowances), tax notices.
Learn more →Mandatory health insurance (zorgverzekering) within 4 weeks of registering. Compare annually — switch by Jan 1.
Learn more →Vehicle registration, APK inspection (annually for 8+ yr cars), driver licence, address updates.
Learn more →Kinderbijsag child benefit, pension (AOW). Report changes (child, income) promptly to avoid overpayments.
Learn more →Everything you need to know about Dutch life administration
Your Burgerservicenummer (BSN) is your unique citizen service number, issued by the Gemeente when you register (inschrijving). It's required for employment, healthcare, banking, taxes, and all government services. Keep it secure — it's tied to your identity.
Every resident must have health insurance (zorgverzekering) within 4 weeks of registering. You choose a private insurer (basisverzekering is standardised). Compare policies annually — you can switch insurers by January 1 each year. The EHIC card covers EU travel.
The annual tax return (aangifte inkomstenbelasting) is typically due May 1. Most employees receive a pre-filled return (aangifte-invullen). Even if you owe nothing, you may need to file to claim toeslagen (healthcare, rent, child allowances).
Apply at the Gemeente. Adult passport valid 10 years, costs ~€87. Processing: ~1 week standard, 2-3 days urgent (extra fee). The ID card (identiteitskaart) is separate, valid 10 years, and cheaper — both available at the same appointment.
The APK (Algemene Periodieke Keuring) is the mandatory vehicle inspection. New cars first tested at 4 years, then annually (for cars 8+ years old). Without a valid APK, you cannot renew insurance or drive legally. Book early at an approved garage.